Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai addressed concerns on June 3, 2025, regarding the media’s portrayal of his remarks about judges’ “fragile egos.” He clarified that his comments were taken out of context and emphasized that they were not intended to criticize the judiciary or any individual judge .

Justice Gavai expressed concern over the issue of out-of-context reporting by the media of courtroom proceedings . He highlighted the potential for misinterpretation and misquoting of judicial observations, especially in the age of instant communication and widespread dissemination of information .

The CJI’s clarification underscores the importance of accurate and responsible reporting in maintaining public trust in the judiciary.

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